Arms and calves · New to it
Seated Calf Raise
A calf raise from a seat with the knees bent, which works the deeper calf muscle.
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- Works
- calves
- Kit
- Machine
- Dose
- 12 to 15 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Sit with the balls of your feet on the platform and the pad snug on your thighs just above the knees. Release the safety.
While you move
- Heels drop low
- Press up onto your toes
- Hold at the top
- Slow on the way down
Avoid
- Rocking the torso
- Bouncing at the bottom
- Short reps
Take care if you have trouble with your ankles.